Benton County Map, Mississippi

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Benton County, Mississippi

Benton County sits in the north of Mississippi, right up against the Tennessee border. It’s a place that flies under the radar, but that’s part of its charm.
The landscape is a mix of rolling hills and dense forests, perfect for those who love the outdoors. Holly Springs National Forest covers the southern section of the county with trails for hiking and spots for camping.
Ashland, the county seat, is about as small-town as it gets. You won’t find any traffic lights here. Benton County has some history to it, dating back to 1870 when it was carved out of parts of Marshall and Tippah counties.
Category | Details |
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County Name | Benton County |
County Seat | Ashland |
Population | Approximately 8,000 |
Cities, Towns, and Communities | Ashland, Hickory Flat, Snow Lake Shores, Canaan, Lamar |
Interstates and Highways | US 72, MS 5, MS 7 |
FIPS Code | 28-009 |
Total Area (Land and Water) | 409 square miles (Land: 407 sq mi, Water: 2 sq mi) |
Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Hardeman County, Tennessee (Northeast), Tippah County (East), Union County (South), Marshall County (West), Fayette County, Tennessee (Northwest) |
Time Zone | Central Time Zone (CT) |
State | Mississippi |
Coordinates | 34.8217° N, 89.1867° W |
Etymology | Named after Thomas Hart Benton, a U.S. Senator from Missouri |
Major Landmarks | Wall Doxey State Park, Tippah River, Benton County Courthouse |
Website | Benton County Website |
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